Stray Cat Strut

· by Stray Cats

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Lyrics

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Black and orange (Bb)stray cat (Ab)sit tin’ on a (G7)fence.

Ain’t got e (Bb)nough dough to (Ab)pay the rent.

I’m flat (Bb)broke but (Ab)I don’t care.

I (Cm)strut (CN.C.)right by with my tail in the air.

(Fm)Stray cat (Eb)strut, I’m a (Db)la dies’ cat,

a (Fm)fe line Cas a (Eb)no va.

Hey, (Db)man, that’s that.

Get a (Fm)shoe thrown (Eb)at me from a (Db)mean old man.

(Fm)Get (CN.C.)my din ner from a gar bage can.

(Fm)I don’t both er (Fm7)chas ing mice a round.

I (Fm)slink down the al ley, look in’ for a fight, howl in’ to the moon light on a (G)hot sum mer night,

sing in’ the blues while the (Ab)la dy cats (G7)cry.

Wild stray (Cm)cat, you’re a (Ab7)real gone (G7)guy.

I (Cm)wish I could (Bb)be as (Ab7)care free and wild but I (Cm)got (CN.C.)cat class and I got class style.

Stray Cat Strut by Stray Cats — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stray Cat Strut” by Stray Cats in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Ab at 90 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Stray Cat Strut" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Stray Cat Strut"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Stray Cat Strut" use?: Just 14 chords: Ab, Ab7, Bb, C, C7, Cm, Cm9, D7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Stray Cats songs work for kids?: Try "ROCK THIS TOWN", "Rock This Town". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.